Episode 155: ‘Gavel, Grace, & Grit’ with Kate Strauss
In this episode:
Angela and Christi welcome Kate Strauss from Galvanize Law Group. Based in Denver, Colorado, Kate specializes in construction law, assisting clients like subcontractors, general contractors, architects, engineers, and building material suppliers. She also supports a nonprofit called Transportation Construction Girl, which aims to introduce young women to the construction and trades industries. Kate talks about her law firm's focus, her journey into construction law, the importance of being proactive with legal strategies in construction, and shares insights on the latest trends in legal technology, particularly in the realm of AI. Additionally, she emphasizes the significance of industry education and trade associations for growing businesses. Kate's dedication to both her legal work and empowering women in the industry shines throughout the conversation. Thanks for Listening!
Supported by: Transportation Construction Girl
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:43 Meet Kate Strauss: Legal Expert in Construction
01:24 Transportation Construction Girl: Empowering Young Women
02:52 Blending Law and Construction: Kate's Passion
05:26 The Importance of Legal Counsel in Construction
12:46 Innovative Legal Trends in Construction
14:50 Balancing Work and Life: Kate's Personal Insights
18:21 Promoting Women in Construction
21:06 Conclusion and Farewell
About Kate:
Kate Strauss is a founding member of Galvanize Law Group, LLC. She is an experienced counselor and advocate, with a practice equally dedicated to advising clients on corporate and transaction matters and litigation on behalf of her clients. Kate’s litigation cases address issues such as construction defect, mechanics’ lien foreclosures, delays, scheduling impact claims, and other contract entitlement questions. Her clients include general contractors, design professionals, subcontractors, specialty trades, and material suppliers.
She is a 2019-2025 Colorado Super Lawyer and a 5280 Magazine Top Lawyer. Kate is a professional member of the American Subcontractors Association of Colorado, for which she co-chairs the Women in Construction Committee. American Subcontractors Association of Colorado awarded her law firm, Galvanize Law, the Law Firm of the Year in both 2022 and 2025.
